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EPISODE · Oct 22, 2025 · 34 MIN

Understanding Limerence: The Difference Between Love and Obsession

from Awaken Your Inner Awesomeness with Melissa Oatman-A daily dose of spirituality and self improvement · host mooseletoe

In this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating, and often painful world of limerence, that intense, all consuming infatuation that feels like love but can actually be emotional obsession. Discover what limerence really is, how it differs from healthy love, and why so many people find themselves trapped in these powerful emotional cycles. I’ll share the signs and symptoms of limerence, how it develops, and practical strategies to heal from obsessive love and reclaim your emotional balance. Whether you’re currently experiencing limerence, recovering from a one sided relationship, or simply curious about the psychology of attraction, this episode will help you understand your emotions on a deeper level. Join me as we talk about self-awareness, emotional healing, and how to move from attachment and fantasy to authentic love and connection. Contact me https://www.melissaoatman.com Free Guided Meditation for Healing Grief https://mailchi.mp/f9c87a649084/guided-meditation-for-healing-grief   Purchase my book Beautifully Broken: https://www.audiobooks.com/audiobook/beautifully-broken-the-spiritual-womans-guide-to-thriving-not-simply-surviving-after-a-breakup-or-divorce/459896   https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/beautifully-broken-melissa-oatman/1136174371?ean=9781989579060 https://www.amazon.com/Beautifully-Broken-Spiritual-Thriving-Surviving/dp/198957906X https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/50977070-beautifully-broken      Follow me on social media: tiktok.com/@melissaoatman https://www.facebook.com/groups/awakenyourhearttopurpose/ https://www.facebook.com/reikiwithlissa/  http://www.instagram.com/melissaoatman222 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQPtU9hPeEWjbHr62LxuEXA  https://www.twitter.com/MelissaOatman   Your energetic gifts are very much appreciated! Donations can be made to my channel through Venmo or PayPal,  Venmo @Melissa-Ann-161 PayPal: [email protected]

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